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Volunteer program: Voluntarism
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyGeelong Animal Welfare Society is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Moolap, Vic, Australia. It is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). It was founded in 1956 and has been operating for 70 years. Its registration number is 67005093756. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 32/100 (Limited data available). This reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization. This is below the average of 54/100 for animal welfare charities in Australia. The organization reports A$4M in annual revenue.
Geelong Animal Welfare Society has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 32/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 32 ('Limited data available') reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization. This is common for smaller, newer, or non-US charities that file fewer public records. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for animal welfare charities in Australia is 54/100.
Geelong Animal Welfare Society is located in Moolap, Vic, Australia. The organization was established in 1956 and has been active for 70 years. Its registered address is 325-329 Portarlington Rd, Australia.
Based on official tax filings, Geelong Animal Welfare Society has A$4M in annual revenue. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of A$779K. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Geelong Animal Welfare Society is classified as a Animal Welfare organization, registered in Australia. It operates as a Large. By size, it is categorized as a medium organization. It has A$4M in annual revenue.
Geelong Animal Welfare Society has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 32/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. The organization is overseen by the ACNC. Visit the Geelong Animal Welfare Society profile on GiveRadar for full details before deciding. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.
Among animal welfare charities registered in Australia: Geelong Animal Welfare Society's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 32/100 is below the peer average of 54/100. Its annual revenue of A$4M is well above the peer average of A$779K.
Geelong Animal Welfare Society is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). If the organization has Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status, donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible in Australia. Check the organization's DGR status on the ACNC or ATO website to confirm.
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Australian donations are deductible if Geelong Animal Welfare Society holds DGR (Deductible Gift Recipient) status from the ATO. Check the DGR register before claiming.
Geelong Animal Welfare Society is registered in Australia. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
Geelong Animal Welfare Society is registered in Australia. US donors generally cannot deduct gifts to non-US charities directly. To claim a deduction, route the gift through a US 'Friends of' fiscal sponsor or a donor-advised fund that performs equivalency determination (IRS Rev. Proc. 92-94).
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NeutralHow a lost dog gave volunteer a new purpose after tragedy - Geelong Advertiser
Nova's year without a home - Geelong Times - Times News Group
70+ photos at Geelong’s most heartwarming dog parade - Geelong Advertiser
Local faces, businesses back Paws for Gaws - Geelong Times - Times News Group
Our 12 strays of Christmas: where are they now? - Geelong Advertiser
GAWS launches 2025 Christmas Appeal to help animals in care - petnews.com.au
Kitten season puts shelters under pressure - Times News Group
‘More wounds than we can count’: Horror details emerge on starving, dumped dogs - Herald Sun
Dozens of starving dogs dumped at shelter in shocking case of neglect - Sky News Australia
Statewide rescue effort after 67 starving dogs dumped at Vic shelter - Herald Sun
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Quick facts about Geelong Animal Welfare Society
- What is Geelong Animal Welfare Society?
- Geelong Animal Welfare Society is a animal welfare large based in Moolap, Australia. Volunteer program: Voluntarism
- When was Geelong Animal Welfare Society founded?
- Geelong Animal Welfare Society was founded in 1956.
- Where is Geelong Animal Welfare Society located?
- Headquartered in Moolap, Australia.
- What is Geelong Animal Welfare Society's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2022 is approximately A$1M-A$10M.
- Is Geelong Animal Welfare Society trustworthy?
- Geelong Animal Welfare Society has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 32 out of 100 (Limited data available). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Geelong Animal Welfare Society's registration number?
- Registration: 67005093756 (Australia).
- What is Geelong Animal Welfare Society's website?
- https://www.gaws.org.au
- Are donations to Geelong Animal Welfare Society tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Australia under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.